So it’s been storming for a while, when suddenly—boom!—the house goes dark. Your power is out. What can you do while you’re waiting for power to be restored? Here are ten ideas for the next time you’re in the dark.
1. Play a Game – Board games, charades, hangman, tic-tac-toe… any game can be an a fun bonding experience with family and friends while the power is out. Ever ehard of the game “So There I Was”? Have each person write down at least one life event on a piece of paper. Place all the pieces in a hat or bowl. Pass the bowl around and have everyone draw one piece of paper. Then take turns telling stories. For example, “So There I Was…the Day of Graduation.” It’s a great way to get to hear stories about friends and family you might not know otherwise!
2. Read A Book – It’s simple, fun, and good for your brain! Using a flashlight, lantern, or just sitting by the window (if there’s enough light) to read a book can be a relaxing way to spend some time away from electronics. There are also book lights you can buy that clip onto your book for reading anytime, in any lighting.
3. Write a Letter – Older family members might appreciate a handwritten letter. It can also be a way to express important feelings or serve as a great tangible memory. Letters are sentimental and sometimes better than an email or text.
4. Eat all the Ice Cream and Popsicles – You don’t want them to go bad, so treat yourselves and eat them up!
5. Take a Nap – When the power is out, it is a great time to catch up on sleep.
6. Stargaze – If the storm is over and your power is out at night, take some time to check out stars and constellations when there’s less light pollution.
7. Come up with new recipes/meal ideas – Get talking about everyone’s favorite topic, food! Share what you’ve been craving for dinner and come up with new family recipes. Or, dig up an old cookbook or recipe cards and pick out some favorites to make after the power outage.
READY TO KEEP THE LIGHTS ON DURING THE NEXT POWER OUTAGE?
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Generac (NYSE:GNRC) announced that it will offer a free 10-year extended warranty on the company’s Guardian-series home standby generators to homeowners who prepare ahead for all types of weather and non-weather related outages. Consumers must purchase by June 23 to take advantage of this offer.
Generac seeks to incentivize more homeowners to prepare for outages after some reports have shown many homeowners are completely unprepared for natural disasters, or the power outages that come with them. The free extended warranty, a $995 value, is intended to encourage homeowners to prioritize preparation.
“Every year, there are widespread power outages caused by storms and utility failures,” said Russ Minick, Generac chief marketing officer. “This year, we’re offering customers an incentive to plan ahead for those outages. By purchasing now, customers will get five additional years of warranty coverage. But more importantly, if they act quickly, it’s likely their generator can be installed in time for the height of the storm season.”
Home standby generators sense utility failure and turn on automatically in seconds to supply electricity to owners’ homes. “Home standby generators are a critical part of preparedness, but require planning to be installed ahead of storms,” said Minick.
Powered by natural gas or propane, home standby generators can provide power as long as there is fuel available during extended outages, and can power entire homes or specific circuits the owner selects. In areas affected by hurricanes, outages can last days or weeks, making a standby generator the best solution for long-term backup power.
or more information on Generac home standby generators or the full range of Generac backup power solutions, give us a call at 281-259-6500 or fill out the contact form on the right-side of this page!
WAUKESHA, Wis., April 29, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Generac Holdings Inc. (NYSE: GNRC) (“Generac” or the “Company”), a global leader in the design and manufacture of a wide range of residential, commercial and industrial power products, announced today the Company has acquired Pika Energy, Inc., a manufacturer of innovative battery storage technologies that capture and store solar or grid power for homeowners and businesses.
“Pika’s integrated battery storage solutions are a crucial component in developing a comprehensive system to store and consume clean energy,” said Aaron Jagdfeld, Generac president and CEO. “The visionary ideas and technology that Pika has developed give us a considerable edge as we expand into the rapidly developing market for energy storage.”
Pika is an expert in developing advanced power electronics, software and controls for smart energy storage and management, and their integrated energy storage systems allow users to easily capture, store and use solar energy to reduce energy costs and minimize grid disruptions. The company is located in Westbrook, Maine and was founded in 2010.
“Generac is dedicated to providing people with innovative and forward-thinking solutions to power their homes and businesses,” said Ben Polito, Pika Energy CEO and co-founder. “Pika energy storage technology, combined with Generac’s distribution strength and demand creation capabilities, will make this solution immediately available to more users. We are thrilled to be a part of the Generac team.”
“Pika, now together with Generac and Neurio, a leading energy management technology company recently acquired by Generac, share a vision to develop groundbreaking technologies that modernize the way electricity is generated, stored, and used in homes,” said Jagdfeld. “By combining Generac’s expertise in power products; Neurio’s unprecedented insight into home energy use; and Pika’s expertise in battery storage, we can bring to market the first truly intelligent home energy management system.”
The acquisition closed on April 26. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
About Generac (NYSE: GNRC)
Founded in 1959, Generac is a leading designer and manufacturer of a wide range of power generation equipment and other power products. As a leader in power equipment serving residential, light commercial and industrial markets, Generac’s power products are available globally through a broad network of independent dealers, distributors, retailers, wholesalers and equipment rental companies, as well as sold direct to certain end user customers.
About Pika Energy
Pika Energy is a manufacturer of clean energy products including solar inverters, DC converters, and smart batteries. Their products enable homeowners and businesses to collect, store and self-consume energy from clean sources in a cost-effective, efficient and user-friendly way. Pika’s distribution partners share their mission in providing a clean, smart, renewable energy management system and can be found across North America and Puerto Rico.
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frequency and duration of power outages impacting demand for our products;
availability, cost and quality of raw materials and key components and labor needed in producing our products;
the impact on our results of possible fluctuations in interest rates, foreign currency exchange rates, commodities, product mix and regulatory tariffs;
the possibility that the expected synergies, efficiencies and cost savings of our acquisitions will not be realized, or will not be realized within the expected time period;
the risk that our acquisitions will not be integrated successfully;
difficulties we may encounter as our business expands globally or into new markets;
our dependence on our distribution network;
our ability to invest in, develop or adapt to changing technologies and manufacturing techniques;
loss of our key management and employees;
increase in product and other liability claims or recalls;
failures or security breaches of our networks or information technology systems; and
changes in environmental, health and safety, or product compliance laws and regulations affecting our products or operations.
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Grasten Power Technologies (Grasten) is proud to once again be participating in the limited-time “Power Up Houston” event with Generac Power Systems (Generac). Grasten is a Power Pro Premier Dealer for Generac, which enables us to offer the best prices on the Generac Guardian, EcoGen, Protector, QT, Synergy, and PowerPact series backup generators for both residential and commercial customers year round. But, during this event, which lasts until May 5th (extended date, originally April 21st) 2019, Grasten is able to offer a free 10-year warranty and one free year of preventive maintenance to all new customers, a $1,395 value!
Our preventive maintenance plans ensure that your backup generator stays running at peak efficiency and is ready for both short-term power outages caused by a downed power-line, a cut cable, or spring shower, as well as more serious events, such as a hurricane, summer heat wave, or winter freeze. Additionally, the ten-year warranty gives you peace of mind in your investment, knowing that if something unfortunate did occur, you have a dedicated and qualified team of professionals supporting you. We are also happy to offer zero interest financing options beginning at $99/month!
As one of the top automatic standby generator dealers in the country, Grasten Power Technologies has been servicing the greater Houston area for 12 years. We provide sales, installation, maintenance, and repair services to any present and future backup generator owner. Please contact us for the details of the Power Up Houston sales event and secure the best deal on a Generac generator today!
